Which of the following is true?
A) The closer an electron is to the nucleus, the higher its energy level.
B) The closer an electron is to the nucleus, the lower its energy level.
C) The closer an electron is to the nucleus, the more its energy level fluctuates.
D) There is no relationship between proximity to the nucleus and the energy level of an electron

Respuesta :

Answer:

B) The closer an electron is to the nucleus the lower it's energy level.

Explanation:

This is because the attractive force for electrons to the nucleus is stronger. Thus, the orbital energy becomes less.